Peter Griffin skydives for Family Matters, aiding struggling parents with essential baby supplies in Dorset.
Peter jokes about the gift and wishes his son gave it sooner. This year, he turns 80. Adam Griffin, his son, gifted the jump, which will happen in April at Old Sarum Airfield. Peter hopes to raise £750 for the Granby Estate charity.
Peter served in the Royal Tank Regiment for 25 years. He chairs the Weymouth Vehicle Preservation Society. The society decided to support Family Matters because they have raised over £100,000 since 1984. The funds have helped many Dorset charities. Family Matters started in 2019 and many members care about it deeply.
Peter says the charity resonates with him, and other members feel the same way. Rebuilding your life is very hard work. Debbie Sandels volunteers at Family Matters. She hears many very sad stories daily.
One mom lived in one bedroom, sharing it with two children who slept on a mattress on the floor. Funding helps them buy baby items and make newborn baby kits often. Public donations help them stay afloat at times.
Debbie says they help everyone, but focus on child services cases most, assisting those in desperate situations. Family Matters belongs to Refresh Weymouth now. DJ Property owns the Granby unit. They provide it for free.
Debbie says they deserve a huge thank you because Wendy Petitdemange’s hard work paid off. They have an upstairs unit now; it holds homeware and clothing items. This helps families stay warm in winter months.
Wendy shares a story about a rehomed woman who filled two bags; she needed stuff for her new house. She felt like she won a golden ticket and sees the whole process as true love.
The charity has a GoFundMe page setup, and Peter asks people to donate if they can.